Clarissa Lamas
Yorkville
Summary
Healthcare professional with expertise in coordinating and managing patient care. Proven track record of integrating care plans across multidisciplinary teams, fostering strong collaboration to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Known for adaptability to changing needs and reliability in delivering excellent service.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Nurse
Absolute Home Wellness
07.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders and patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to healthcare teams.
- Educated patients and families on care plans, disease management, and medication adherence.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care strategies.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and establish priorities for care.
- Documented patient progress and maintained accurate records in electronic health systems.
- Trained new nursing staff on protocols, procedures, and best practices in home health settings.
- Improved patient outcomes through consistent follow-up visits and personalized care adjustments.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medication safety, and at-home healthcare strategies to promote selfcare.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Contributed to the overall success of the home health agency by maintaining high levels of patient satisfaction and positive outcomes.
- Delivered high-quality in-home nursing services, maintaining a safe and comfortable environment for patients.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Identified early warning signs of patient deterioration or complications, promptly notifying physicians to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Collaborated with vendors to procure medical equipment, supplies and services.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Unity Rochelle
09.2022 - 07.2023
- Coordinated comprehensive care plans for patients, ensuring alignment with clinical guidelines and patient preferences.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify patient needs and develop individualized care strategies.
- Educated families on disease management and end-of-life considerations, fostering understanding and support.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance communication and streamline patient care processes.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during the end-of-life process, promoting dignity and comfort.
- Managed complex caseloads effectively, prioritizing tasks based on patient acuity levels.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless delivery of hospice services.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Pediatric Home Health Nurse
Team Select Home Care
05.2021 - 09.2022
- Administered medications and therapies to pediatric patients in home settings.
- Developed individualized care plans based on patient assessments and family needs.
- Implemented infection control measures to maintain a safe caregiving environment.
- Educated families on care techniques, equipment usage, and safety protocols.
- Served as a trusted resource for patients and their families by providing expert advice on pediatric health matters and addressing concerns promptly.
- Enhanced family satisfaction with personalized, compassionate nursing care for pediatric patients.
- Educated families on disease management strategies, empowering them to take an active role in their child''s health and wellbeing.
- Handled medication administration, ventilation monitoring and wound care.
- Provided skilled nursing interventions, closely monitoring patients'' vital signs and promptly addressing any concerns or changes in condition.
- Provided compassionate nursing care to medically fragile children in home settings.
- Documented clinical findings accurately and thoroughly in electronic medical records, ensuring seamless information exchange among healthcare providers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Olivet Nazarene University
Bourbonnais, IL12-2020
Skills
- Medication administration
- Thorough patient assessment
- Accurate vital sign tracking
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Chronic disease management
- Strong interpersonal communication with family
- Personalized healthcare assistance
- Enhancing patient relationships
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Home Health Nurse
Absolute Home Wellness
07.2023 - Current
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Unity Rochelle
09.2022 - 07.2023
Pediatric Home Health Nurse
Team Select Home Care
05.2021 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Olivet Nazarene University